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Date: Feb. 2, 2026 Participant: Jason Whittaker #308 Race: 2026 RUSA Monday Morning Run 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Cold but otherwise good running conditions with no wind or rain.

Consistent Performance and Division Win Jason Whittaker from Traverse City, MI completed the 2026 RUSA Monday Morning Run 5K with a strong overall time of 23:36, maintaining a steady pace of 7:37 min/mile. Notably, he secured the top spot in his age division (M45-49) and finished 4th overall out of 189 participants. His performance showed consistent pacing across the course. Despite variations in split times, including a speedy third mile split of 7:09, Jason demonstrated his endurance and capability, both crucial elements in his running portfolio. His ability to maintain top placements reflects his exceptional fitness for his age group.